Ottoman Empire and Nationalism Concepts

The video discusses the history of the Ottoman Empire, its rise, and its eventual decline due to new trade routes, technological lag, and nationalism. It covers the impact of World War I, where the Ottomans lost significant territory. The European partitioning of the Ottoman Empire led to the creation of artificial borders, causing ongoing ethnic and religious conflicts, particularly affecting the Kurds and the Sunni and Shia Muslims in Iraq.

What was the primary religion practiced in the Ottoman Empire?

• Judaism

• Hinduism

• Christianity

• Islam

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the decline of the Ottoman Empire?

• Discovery of new trade routes

• Strong military leadership

• Technological advancements in Europe

• Increased nationalism

During World War I, which side did the Ottoman Empire join?

• Neutral

• Central Powers

• Allied Powers

• Axis Powers

What was the outcome for the Ottoman Empire after World War I?

• They gained more territory

• They remained neutral

• They lost a significant amount of land

• They became a world superpower

What does the term 'partition' mean in the context of the Ottoman Empire?

• To conquer new lands

• To divide into parts

• To establish a new government

• To unite territories

Which two European countries were primarily responsible for partitioning the Ottoman Empire?

• Great Britain and France

• Russia and Austria

• Germany and Italy

• Spain and Portugal

What was a major consequence of the European partitioning of the Ottoman Empire?

• Creation of new trade routes

• Peaceful coexistence of ethnic groups

• Unification of all ethnic groups

• Long-term regional conflicts

Which ethnic group was promised their own country but did not receive it after World War I?

• Kurds

• Turks

• Persians

• Arabs

What is the term for having great pride in one's own people and seeking independence?

• Feudalism

• Imperialism

• Nationalism

• Colonialism

Which two religious groups were grouped together in Iraq, leading to conflicts?

• Jews and Christians

• Hindus and Buddhists

• Sunni and Shia Muslims

• Catholics and Protestants